NCG020857_COMPLETE FILE - HISTORICAL_20140730

STORMWATER DIVISION CODING SHEET
NCG PERMITS
PERMIT NO.
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Edgerton, Thom
From:
Novak, Gary
Sent:
Wednesday, July 30, 2014 2:13 PM
To:
[e-mail]
Cc:
Mcclain, Pat; Edgerton, Thom
Subject:
Inspection report for Cahoon Mine 28-15, 29July 2014
Attachments:
mine insp reportCahoonMine29july14.pdf
Mr. Gruninger,
Per our phone conversation this afternoon; please find attached the most recent inspection report.
There are a few recommendations that we are encouraging you to address as soon as possible.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
�? R. N....1
Environmental Senior Specialist
NCDENR, DEMLR, LCS
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
252-946-6481 ext3860,fax. [phone]
gary.novak(a)ncdenr.gov
haD://.ncdenr.ora/web/lr/land-ouality
11Keep Calm and Carry on'
Winston Churchill

North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
® PERMITTED MINE SITE ❑ UNPERMITTED MINE SITE
1. MINE NAME: Cahoon Mine 2. MINE LOCATION: n /a
3. COUNTY: Dare 4. RIVER BASIN: Pasguotank 5. CASE: n/a
6. OPERATOR: First South Bank/Mr. Steve Gruninger
7. ADDRESS: Post Office Box 2047. Washington, NC 27889
8. MINING PERMIT #: 28-15 ❑ N/A 9. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: 6/25/23
❑ N/A
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE: No one on site
11. PICTURES? ® Yes ❑ No TAKEN BY: Gary Novak
12. TYPE OF INSPECTION:
❑ A. Initial Inspection (Unpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
❑ B. Routine Inspection (Permitted Mine Sites)
C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 06/9/14
14. Any mining since that date? ® Yes 0 No If yes, cite evidence of such mining activity:
more material added to the stock files. not o eratin .
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15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Yes ® No If yes, explain:
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No
❑ N/A
If no, explain:
17. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No
❑ N/A
If no, explain:
18. Is there any off -site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. ® No C. ❑ None observed
If A, describe the type and severity of the damn e:
If B C, is
or there potential for offsite damage? Yes ®No Explain: _
19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken:
20. Other recommendations and comments: suggestions/recommendation to reduce the possible effects of
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) ® Not Reviewed ® N/A
22. Follow-up inspection needed? ® Yes ❑ No Proposed date 8/2914
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator 7/30/14
INSPECTED BY: Gary Novak DATE 7/29/14
Telephone No: 252-946-6481
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist

Edgerton, Thom
From:
Edgerton, Thom
Sent:
Thursday, July 10, 2014 7:58 AM
To:
Mcclain, Pat
Cc:
Novak, Gary
Subject:
FW: Cahoon Mine
Attachments:
Cahoon Mine; NCG020857 Cahoon Mine Inspection 07072014.pdf
Hello,
Please include the attached email and photos from Gary Novak in the Stormwater response, as the details are presented
very well.
Also see the Stormwater inspection report which I have attached.
As an inspection summary; the mine was operating during the July 7, 2014, inspection and was determined to be in
compliance with the NCGO20857 dewatering permit and the 28-15 mining permit. The O&M Plan was being followed
without negatively impact to wetlands or adjacent properties.
Please let me know if you need additional information.
Thanks,
Thom
Thom Edgerton, Environmental Engineer
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR)
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR)
Land Quality Section (LQ)
Washington Regional Office (WaRO)
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
[phone] Phone
[phone] Fax
E-mail correspondence may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and maybe disclosed to third parties. -;�/

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: NCG020857 Effective: 04/23/14 Expiration: 12/31/14 Owner : First South Bank
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Cahoon Mine
County: Dare US Hwy 64 Near E Lk
Region: Washington
East Lake NC 27953
Contact Person: Steve Gruninger Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC)s):
On -Site Representative)s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 07/07/2014
Primary Inspector: Thom Edgerton
Secondary Inspector(s):
Certification:
Phone:
Entry Time: 12:30PM Exit Time: 02:OOPM
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Other Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Mining Activities Stomwater Discharge COC
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Storm water
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: NCG020857 Owner- Facility: First South Bank
Inspection Date: 07/07/2014 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Other
Inspection Summary:
Gary Novak and myself were asked to visit the site to determine if all operations were in compliance with both the 28-15
mining permit, and the NCG020857 dewatering permit. No violations were observed.
Prior to leaving the site an inspection debriefing was conducted with Mr. Shey Balance, Mine Operator. Items discussed to
improve overall site conditions were; establishing vegatation on all possible slopes and the addition of rock at the
construction entrance, as well as at the pump discharge and at the sediment basin weir. Vegetation will better stablize the
basin, as will the addition of rock at both the pump discharge and at the basin discharge for energy dissipation.
During the inspection, the discharge appeared reasonably clear, without negative impact to wetlands or to adjacent
properties. The operation is following the O&M Plan.
Please feel free to contact Mr. Thom Edgerton [phone] for additional information.
Page: 2

Permit NCG020857 Owner - Facility: First South Bank
Inspection Dale: 07/07/2014 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Other
Page: 3

Edgerton, Thom
From:
Novak, Gary
Sent:
Wednesday, July 09, 2014 3:52 PM
To:
Mcclain, Pat
Cc:
Edgerton, Thom
Subject:
Cahoon Mine
Attachments:
IMG 0028propertylinearea.jpg; IMG_ 0009dischargebasin.jpg; IMG_0002 pump basin
with discharge from pump..JPG; IMG_0005 Sediment Basin Discharge area..1PG; IMG_
0015 mine discharge to rehydrate wet areaJPG; IMG_0027 no standing water
observed.JPG; map of mine.jpg; cahoonminemattingjpg; mine insp
repo rtCahoon M ine7j uly14.pdf
Pat,
Tom Edgerton and I arrived at the Cahoon mine approximately 12:30pm on July 7, 2014. The mine was active and pump
running at the time. Mr. Bill Ferrell employee of F & H Land Development (Mine Operator) arrived on site in a dump
truck. Mr. Edgerton and I explained our intensions today. We exited the mine and drove to the adjoining property on the
eastern side of the mine to see if any water was accumulating and saw nothing but stagnant water. Drove to Brier Hall
Road (further east to the Wildlife Preserve) and followed it to see if any mine water was leaving the site on the eastern
side of the property. Observed none at this time.
Returned to the mine and observed the following: Pump dewatering northeast pit to 35x50 per plan; (see photo 002 and
009 discharge basin) basin discharges into the wooded area after water filters through coconut fiber wattle and
continues to flow thru the wooded area within the tract(owned by First South Bank). The channel/ditch cut through the
wooded area was filled in and covered with erosion control matting( see photo 6/9/14 Cahoon mine matting) allowing
the water to flow away from the basin and mine. (see photo 0005 sediment basin discharge). We did not observe any
additional new channeling. Rehydration of the wet area on the tract (owned by First South Bank) was observed (see
photo 0015 mine discharge).
The inspection continued to the western perimeter to determine if flooding was occurring on or near the western
adjoining property owner (see photo 0028 property line) as the result of the dewatering of the mine. Flooding of
adjacent property on the western side of the mine was not observed ( see photo 0027 no standing water). The
inspection continued along the southern area to the haul road. No problems observed. See also overall aerial map of
mine attachment.
Met with Mr. Shey Balance employee (mine operator) after completing the inspection and made the following
suggestions/recommendation to reduce the possible effects of erosion as the coconut fiber wattle breaks down and the
absence of groundcover on the slopes of the sediment basin: 1-A rock check dam is suggested at the sediment basin
outlet to reduce the energy from pump discharge (don't have to remove wattle; just place it downstream inside the
permit boundary). 2-Recommended that a groundcover be provided on the slopes of the sediment basin to prevent
further erosion. 3-Add additional stone for the construction entrance to prevent mud and other debris from getting on
to Highway 64. 4- increase the width of the sediment basin weir to reduce the effects of channeling.
Please contact me if you have any questions
Environmental Senior Specialist
NCDENR, DEMLR, LQS
943 Washington Square Mall

Washington, NC 27889
252-946-6481 ext 3860, fax. [phone]
11Keep Calm and Carry on"
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
® PERMITTED MINE SITE ❑ UNPERMITTED MINE SITE
1. MINE NAME: Cahoon Mine 2. MINE LOCATION: n /a
3. COUNTY: Dare 4. RIVER BASIN: Pasquotank 5. CASE: n/a
6. OPERATOR: First South Bank/Mr. Steve Gruninger
7. ADDRESS: Post Office Box 2047, Washington, NC 27889
8. MINING PERMIT #: 28-15 ❑ N/A 9. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: 6/25/23 ❑ N/A
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE: Mr. Shev Balance and Mr. Bill Ferrell
11. PICTURES? ® Yes ❑ No TAKEN BY: Gary Novak
12. TYPE OF INSPECTION:
❑ A. Initial Inspection (Unpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
❑ B. Routine Inspection (Permitted Mine Sites)
E C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 06/9/14
14. Any mining since that date? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, cite evidence of such mining activity:
more material added to the stock Iles. Pum o en . rati
15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Yes No If yes, explain: Track excavator workine in
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain:
17. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain:
18. Is there any off -site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. ® No C. ❑ None observed
If A, describe the type and severity of the dama e:
If B or C, is there potential for offsite damage? �] Yes ®No Explain:
19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken:
20. Other recommendations and comments: suggestions/recommendation to reduce the possible effects of
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) ® Not Reviewed ® N/A
22. Follow-up inspection needed? IN Yes U No Proposed date 8/1/14
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator 7/9/14
INSPECTED BY: Gary Novak & Thom Edgerton DATE
Telephone No: 252-946-6481
Copy to file Copy to operator Copy to Mining Specialist

ARIA
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr. Steve Gruninger
First South Bank
1311 Carolina Avenue
Washington, NC 27889
Dear Mr. Gruninger:
April 23, 2014
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John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Subject: General Permit No. NCG020000
Cahoon Mine
COC NCGO20857
Dare County
In accordance with your application for a discharge permit received on February 21,
2014, we are forwarding herewith the subject certificate of coverage to discharge under the
subject state - NPDES general permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the US Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as
subsequently amended).
This certificate of coverage is not transferable. If the facility changes ownership or is
closed, the Division of Energy Mineral & Land Resources may require modification, revocation
or reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
Please be aware that mine dewatering at your site has the potential to impact adjacent
wetlands. The specific requirements for mine dewatering at facilities near wetlands can be
found in Part 111, Section E of your permit. You must have an approved Operation and
Monitoring Plan before mine dewatering discharges occur at your facility. Discharging
mine dewatering wastewater without Plan approval will be subject to enforcement action. An
Operation and Monitoring Plan for your facility must be submitted to the Washington
Regional Office within 60 days of your receipt of this permit. Contact Pat McClain at the
Washington Regional Office at [phone] for more information about the approval
process.
Please note that mine dewatering wastewater includes wet pit overflows caused
solely by direct rainfall and groundwater seepage for this type of mining operation. Any
discharge of this water (and any stormwater commingled with it) is subject to the effluent
limitations in this permit.
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
Energy Section • Geological Survey Section • Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612.919-707-92001 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 • Internet: hto:llportal.ncdenr,org/web/ir/
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This general permit allows the discharge of stormwater and certain types of
wastewater from your facility. In your application, you specified that only mine dewatering
water would be discharged from this facility. If separate point -source discharges of
stormwater occur (i.e., stormwater not combined with mine dewatering water), you will be
required to adhere to the conditions in this permit for stormwater discharges.
This project is located in one of North Carolina's 20 coastal counties. Coastal
stormwater management rules (15A NCAC 2H .1000) may require an additional State
Stormwater Permit (different from the NPDES mining activities discharge permit). Please
contact Pat McClain in the Washington Regional Office at [phone] to determine if
you will be required to submit an application for a State Stormwater permit.
This permit does not affect the legal obligation to obtain other permits which may be
required by the Division of Energy, Mining, and Land.Resources, or any other federal, state, or
local authorities.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Larry -Wade PE at
telephone number [phone], or email at [e-mail] '
Sincerely,
for Tracy E. Davis, RE.
cc: Washington Regional Office;
Central Files
Stormwater Permitting Program Files

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENERGY, MINERAL, AND LAND RESOURCES
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG020000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG020857
STORMWATER AND MINE DEWATERING DISCHARGES
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
First South Bank
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater and mine dewatering wastewater from a
facility located at
Cahoon Mine
18788 US 64
East Lake
Dare County
to receiving waters designated as Alligator River, a class SC;Sw water in the Pasquotank
River Basin, in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and
other conditions set forth in Parts I, 11, 111, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG020000 as
attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective April 23, 2014.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day April 23, 2014.
for Tracy E. Davis, P.E., Director
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
By the Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

NCG020857
Map Scale 124, 000
First South Bank
Cahoon Mine
Latitude: 35' 53' 08" N
Longitude: -750 57' 05" W
County: Dare
Receiving Stream: Alligator River
Stream Class: SC;Sw
Sub -basin: 03-01-51 (Pasquotank River Basin)
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Central Files: APS _ SWP
7/3/2014
Nsrmi!Nww r NCG020857
Program Category
NPDES SW
Permit Type
Mining Activities Stormwater Discharge CDC
Primary Reviewer
larry.wade
Coastal SWRule
Permitted Flow
Facility Name
Cahoon Mine
Location Address
US Hwy 64 Near E Lk
Permit Tracking Slip
Status
Project Type
Active
New Project
Version
Permit Classification
1.00
CDC
Permit Contact Affiliation
Major/Minor Region
Minor Washington
County
Dare
( ZS'%) 740'7 /7,(, Facility Contact Affiliation
East Lake NC 27953 -g. II,�^I , �,�5� S,�- Steve Gruninger (ZTZ) quo . 49z4
TVV01t 70+7 PO Box 2047
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Owner Name Owner Type
First South Bank Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
Bruce W. Elder (zrL) 94i • 41 -7 9
& CEO President
(� PO Box 2047
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Scheduled
Ong Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
4/232014 12/20/2013 4/23/2014 4/23/2014 4/23/2014 12/31/2014
riegtilarea Acnvrtres Kequested /Keceived events
Mine dewatering RO staff report received 4/22/14
Mining activities - stormwater dischar as RO staff report requested 2/11114
?s Oil - 7S 9sr4
_'uttall 100 7S, 5-3
Waterbody Name Streamindex Number Current Class Subbasin
Alligator River 30-16-(21.5) SC;Sw 03-01-51

Edgerton, Thom
From: Edgerton, Thom
Sent: Tuesday, April 22, 2014 10:04 AM
To: Bennett, Bradley; 'Floyd @wi I liamseg.com'; Wade, Larry
Cc: Mcclain, Pat; Novak, Gary; Wehner, Judy; Tankard, Robert; Scarbraugh, Anthony
Subject: FW: O & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County
Attachments: Cahoon Mine O & M Plan.docx; 28-15 DWR Review Sheet.pdf
Hello,
Please accept this message which included O&M approval (See below and the attached), as well as to provide the WaRO
DEMLR recommendation for permit issuance of NCG020857.
Let me know if you need additional information.
Thanks,
Thom
Thorn Edgerton, Environmental Engineer
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR)
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR)
Land Quality Section (LCLj
Washington Regional ice (WaRO)
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
[phone] Phone
[phone] Fax /
yar.
E-mail correspondence may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
From: Tankard, Robert
Sent: Monday, April 21, 2014 2:32 PM
To: Mcclain, Pat; Wehner, Judy; Bennett, Bradley; Novak, Gary; Edgerton, Thom
Cc: Scarbraugh, Anthony; Scheller, Roberto
Subject: FW: 0 & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County
Judy and Bradley, here are DWR's comments for the Cahoon Mine.
Thanks!
Robert
Robert Tankard
Assistant Regional Supervisor
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: robertAankord tilncdenr.aov

http://www.ncwater.org[
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disclosed to third parties.
From: Scarbraugh, Anthony
Sent: Monday, April 21, 2014 2:04 PM
To: Tankard, Robert
Subject: FW: O & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County
0& M Review for Cahoon mine
Anthony Scarbraugh
Environmental Senior Specialist
Washington Regional Office
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Regional Operations Section
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be
disclosed to third parties unless the content is exempt by statue or other regulation.
From: Floyd Williams[mailto:floydwilliamsl(ol9mail.com]
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2014 10:31 AM
To: Scarbraugh, Anthony
Subject: O & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County
Anthony,
Attached is the 0 & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County. Please look it over and let me know if it is
OK. I will be in Washington later this afternoon and plan to visit the DENR Office. If you are around and have
time to discuss this that would be great.
Thanks,
Floyd

OPERATION AND Monitoring PLAN
First South Bank
Cahoon Mine - Mining Permit No. 28-15
Dare County
Operator: First South Bank
Facility Name: Cahoon Mine
Mining Permit No. 28-15
By: Floyd Williams, PG
Date: April 14, 2014
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Cahoon Mine is an existing sand pit located approximately 2 miles east of the Alligator
River on the North side of HWY 64 in Dare County. The Mine Permit area is 12.87 acres with
9.91 acres approved to be affected under Mining Permit No. 28-15. A modification request is in
the process of being filed with the Mining Program within the NC Division of Energy, Mineral,
and Land Resources. The modification request is for the purpose of obtaining a General Permit
NCG020000 to dewater the mine and discharge the water pumped from the mine. Also the
mine map is being revised to locate a dewatering/sediment basin at the back of the mine with
discharge from the basin entering First South Bank's Property at the back of the mine site and
to eliminate the mine cells on the existing mine map. A meeting was held regarding the
proposed modifications at DENR's Washington Regional Office on March 27, 2014. Attending
the meeting was Anthony Scarbraugh with the Division of Water Resources, Steve Gruninger
with First South Bank, Pat McClain and Gary Novak with the Land Quality Section, and Floyd
Williams, Consultant for First South Bank. It was concluded that a dewatering/sediment basin
would be constructed at a location in the back of the mine site and a modification application
be filed for the proposed changes.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE CAHOON MINE DEWATERING ACTIVITIES:
A sediment/dewatering basin with a size of 50'Long by 35' wide by 6' deep will be located at
the back of the mine and will discharge through the outlet section into the wooded area owned
by First South Bank. The outlet for the basin will be a trapezoidial section 10' wide with a depth
of 1.5'. The outlet section will be either lined with matting and coconut fiber wattles utilized, or
Class B rip -rap with No. 57 stone utilized to prevent sediment from leaving the mine site. The
pump is a 6" pump which will discharge into the end of the basin which will be the greatest
distance from the outlet section. The inlet of the pump intake pipe will be tied to a floating
device to keep it from pulling water from the bottom of the excavated area.

Page 2
Cahoon Mine O & M Plan
Monitoring:
All stormwater and wastewater discharges within the permitted boundary associated with land
disturbing activities shall be monitored, analyzed and reported as required by the NPDES
General Permit No. NCG020000. The intent of the permit is to minimize potential negative
impacts to water quality and wetlands. The mine operator shall keep a copy of all records
related to inspections, reports, etc. regarding storm water/wastewater and provide these
records to the Division of Water Quality as required by the General Permit. The BMP Controls
shall be inspected, at least weekly and within 24 hours following a storm event which produces
a discharge. All maintenance of these BMP measures shall be documented. The maintenance
shall include, but is not limited to, good house -keeping, repair of measures, basin clean outs if
necessary, etc., as necessary to prevent impacts to water quality and wetlands. If sediment
enters the wetlands or other negative impacts are observed, operations shall cease, the
Division of Water Quality shall be notified, and adequate preventative measures shall be
promptly implemented in order to correct the problem, prior to resuming the operation.

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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
Project Name: First South Bank DEMLR Permit # 28-15
Email: [e-mail]
PERMIT ACTION TYPE:
Is this mine a new mine?
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date?
YES
r,
r,
Latitude: 35.8838 Longitude:-75.9522
NO
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Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
County: Dare Applicant's
Date Commencing
1994
1994
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? No
Comments: The discharge from the stilling basin has adequately address potential impacts from dewatering
activities from adiacent wetland area The stilling basin design is adequate. Please note, a longer stilling
basin coupled with the utilization of baffles will more adequately address concerns over potential standard
violations In addition future expansion of the existing permit will require a JD onsite and adiacent parcels
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: UT to Scuppernong River: C:SW
DWR Compliance Status of Mine: OK
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? N/A If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
401 Wetland Cert. required?
401 Wetland Cert. existing?
r Permit #
r
Does,DWR RO+have enough information to
determine if,a 401 certification is re uired?
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YES
NO
Are wetlands disturbed at,this-site?
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Does DWR RO suspect or know of nearby
wetlands to the site?
r
-Any future expansion will
require a JD.
D
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Is a wetlanddelineation required prior to
r iOnsite?
r Majority of these parcels
are mapped hvdric soil.
DWR issuing the permit?
r .Offsite? Maiority of these
parcels are mapped hvdric
soil..
Stream Determination Needed?
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Stream Determination Completed?
E
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Does DWR RO need a statement that no
wetlands/streams are disturbed
for this project from applicant?
present on the adjacent
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properties a statement from
the applicant will be -
requested.
Buffer Determination Needed?
Eli
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Buffer Determination Completed?
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Recycle system permit existing?*
r Permit #
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New Recycle System permit required?*
Enough information to determine?
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Non -discharge permit existing?*
r Permit #
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Does this applicant need to contact the
regional of Central DWR Office to determine
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if a State Stormwater Permit is needed?
r Unknown.
Will wastewaters discharge to HQW waters
with a 7Q10=0? **
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Flow:
Permittee
must
determine.
Has Violation
O&M'Requirements
HPay
HQW/7Q10 Concerns
Does DWR,require DEMLR to hold the
permit (e.g. so DWR can review it further or
because DWR requires more information)?
back fees or renew
DWR permit
r' Other.
Please describe the reason
to hdld the permit:
ROicontact:
M,Hold'Until:
Mine must wait to dewater until an O&M plan
is approved?
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Rev September 2010

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Recycle systems that do not meet those criteria are considered discharging systems and are subiect to the NCG020000 discharge
permit.
"To obtain 7Q10 Flows, permittees must contact the DWR Stormwater Permtting Unit. If DWR does not have a flow estimate fora
specific stream, permittees will be asked to obtain one. Permittees should contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS: 919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7Q10 flow. USGS will not determine a 7Q10 flow for tidally influenced water bodies.
"' If there is not enough information to give a complete answer, write in the space provided what you will need to answer this Question
completely. If you require DEMLR to hold the permit until further notice, indicate that in th�uestion below.
Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water: Anthony Scarbraugh Regional Office: Washington Date: 04/21/2014
RO Aquifer Protection Section
Regional Office: Date:
Rev September 2010

Central Files: APS _ SWP _
4/21/2014
Permit Number NCG020857 F PaQo bfML9 ftto,rtmt..�y ��u6.,ci. Permit Tracking Slip
Program Category #*O WR appro%Jed OiM 412r yor}, Status Project Type
NPDES SW M�nK Zg - iS In review New Project
Permit Type Version Permit Classification
Mining Activities Slormwater Discharge COC CDC
Primary Reviewer Permit Contact Affiliation
larry.wade
Coastal SWRule
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name
Major/Minor Region
Cahoon Mine
Minor Washington
Location Address
County
US Hwy 64 Near E Lk
Dare
Facility Contact Affiliation
East Lake NC 27953 Steve Gruninger
PO Box 2047
Owner Washington NC 27889
Owner Name Owner Type
First South Bank Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
Thomas A. Vann
& CEO President
Dates/Events
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
12/2012013
Regulated Activities Requested /Received Events
RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Outfall
Waterbody Name Streamindex Number Current Class Subbasin

OPERATION AND Monitoring PLAN
First South Bank
Cahoon Mine - Mining Permit No. 28-15
Dare County
Operator: First South Bank
Facility Name: Cahoon Mine
Mining Permit No. 28-15
NPDES S.v.l : l�C bozo ds I
By: Floyd Williams, PG
Date: April 14, 2014
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Cahoon Mine is an existing sand pit located approximately 2 miles east of the Alligator
River on the North side of HWY 64 in Dare County. The Mine Permit area is 12.87 acres with
9.91 acres approved to be affected under Mining Permit No. 28-15. A modification request is in
the process of being filed with the Mining Program within the NC Division of Energy, Mineral,
and Land Resources. The modification request is for the purpose of obtaining a General Permit
NCG020000 to dewater the mine and discharge the water pumped from the mine. Also the
mine map is being revised to locate a dewatering/sediment basin at the back of the mine with
discharge from the basin entering First South Bank's Property at the back of the mine site and
to eliminate the mine cells on the existing mine map. A meeting was held regarding the
proposed modifications at DENR's Washington Regional Office on March 27, 2014. Attending
the meeting was Anthony Scarbraugh with the Division of Water Resources, Steve Gruninger
with First South Bank, Pat McClain and Gary Novak with the Land Quality Section, and Floyd
Williams, Consultant for First South Bank. It was concluded that a dewatering/sediment basin
would be constructed at a location in the back of the mine site and a modification application
be filed for the proposed changes.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE CAHOON MINE DEWATERING ACTIVITIES:
A sediment/dewatering basin with a size of 50'Long by 35' wide by 6' deep will be located at
the back of the mine and will discharge through the outlet section into the wooded area owned
by First South Bank. The outlet for the basin will be a trapezoidial section 10' wide with a depth
of 1.5'. The outlet section will be either lined with matting and coconut fiber wattles utilized, or
Class B rip -rap with No. 57 stone utilized to prevent sediment from leaving the mine site. The
pump is a '6" pump which will discharge into the end of the basin which will be the greatest
distance from the outlet section. The inlet of the pump intake pipe will be tied to a floating
device to keep it from pulling water from the bottom of the excavated area.

Page 2
Cahoon Mine O & M Plan
Monitories:
All stormwater and wastewater discharges within the permitted boundary associated with land
disturbing activities shall be monitored, analyzed and reported as required by the NPDES
General Permit No. NCG020000. The intent of the permit is to minimize potential negative
impacts to water quality and wetlands. The mine operator shall keep a copy of all records
related to inspections, reports, etc. regarding stormwater/wastewater and provide these
records to the Division of Water Quality as required by the General Permit. The BMP Controls
shall be inspected, at least weekly and within 24 hours following a storm event which produces
a discharge. All maintenance of these BMP measures shall be documented. The maintenance
shall include, but is not limited to, good house -keeping, repair of measures, basin clean outs if
necessary, etc., as necessary to prevent impacts to water quality and wetlands. If sediment
enters the wetlands or other negative impacts are observed, operations shall cease, the
Division of Water Quality shall be notified, and adequate preventative measures shall be
promptly implemented in order to correct the problem, prior to resuming the operation.

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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
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THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DEMLR: �YJR rovttl a � M. �
.R-0 p6MLK-(LC zr1 -ram l issM�«�-c a a
Project Name: First South Bank DEMLR Permit # 28-15 County: Dare Applicant's
Email: [e-mail] NPDES 1iEq"&'LoYaS7
PERMIT ACTION TYPE:
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? G I r 1994
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? r G 1994
Latitude: 35.8838 Longitude:-75.9522
Please return comments to (at DEMLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due bv: Unknown
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWR:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? No
activities from adjacent wetland area The stilling basin design is adequate. Please note, a longer stilling
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: UT to Scuppernong River: C:SW
DWR Compliance Status of Mine: OK
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWR back fees to pay? N/A If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS?
YES NO
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Approved 04/21/2014
Rev September 2010

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Recycle systems that do not meet those criteria are considered discharging systems and are subiect to the NCG020000 discharge
permit.
**To obtain 7Q10 flows, permittees must contact the DWR Stormwater Permitting Unit. If DWR does not have a flow estimate for a
specific stream, permittees will be asked to obtain one. Permittees should contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS: 919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7Q10 flow. USGS will not determine a 7Q10 flow for tidally influenced water bodies.
•`• If there is not enough information to give a complete answer, write in the space provided what you will need to answer this question
comoletety. If you require DEMLR to hold the permit until further notice, indicate that in the question below.
Reviewed by:
DWR RO Surface Water: Anthony Scarbraugh Regional Office: Washington Date: 04/21/2014
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date:
Rev September 2010

OPERATION AND Monitoring PLAN
First South Bank
Cahoon Mine - Mining Permit No. 28-15 ++,,
��, V fV Dare County R. ♦ .
Operator: First South Bank
Facility Name: Cahoon Mine
Mining Permit No. 28-15
fjPDEs i , NL602o 8s7
By: Floyd Williams, PG
Date: April 14, 2014
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
APR 14 2014
Y-
j! � 4�v��' -0
The Cahoon Mine is an existing sand pit located approximately 2 miles east of the Alligator
River on the North side of HWY 64 in Dare County. The Mine Permit area is 12.87 acres with
9.91 acres approved to be affected under Mining Permit No. 28-15. A modification request is in
the process of being filed with the Mining Program within the NC Division of Energy, Mineral,
and Land Resources. The modification request is for the purpose of obtaining a General Permit
NCG020000 to dewater the mine and discharge the water pumped from the mine. Also the
mine map is being revised to locate a dewatering/sediment basin at the back of the mine with
discharge from the basin entering First South Bank's Property at the back of the mine site and
to eliminate the mine cells on the existing mine map. A meeting was held regarding the
proposed modifications at DENR's Washington Regional Office on March 27, 2014. Attending
the meeting was Anthony Scarbraugh with the Division of Water Resources, Steve Gruninger
with First South Bank, Pat McClain and Gary Novak with the Land Quality Section, and Floyd
Williams, Consultant for First South Bank. It was concluded that a dewatering/sediment basin
would be constructed at a location in the back of the mine site and a modification application
be filed for the proposed changes.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF THE CAHOON MINE DEWATERING ACTIVITIES:
A sediment/dewatering basin with a size of 50'Long by 35' wide by 6' deep will be located at
the back of the mine and will discharge through the outlet section into the wooded area owned
by First South Bank. The outlet for the basin will be a trapezoidial section 10' wide with a depth
of 1.5'. The outlet section will be either lined with matting and coconut fiber wattles utilized, or
Class B rip -rap with No. 57 stone utilized to prevent sediment from leaving the mine site. The
pump is a 6" pump which will discharge into the end of the basin which will be the greatest
distance from the outlet section. The inlet of the pump intake pipe will be tied to a floating
device to keep it from pulling water from the bottom of the excavated area.

Page 2
Cahoon Mine O & M Plan
Monitoring:
All stormwater and wastewater discharges within the permitted boundary associated with land
disturbing activitids{shall be monitored, analyzed and reported as required by the NPDES
General Permit No. NCG020000, The intent of the permit is to minimize potential negative
impacts to water qualityiand,wetlands. The mine operator shall keep a copy of all records
related to inspection's, reports, etc. regarding stormwater/wastewater and provide these
records to the Division of Water Quality as required by the General Permit. The BMP Controls
shall be inspected, at least weekly and within 24 hours following a storm event which produces
a discharge. All maintenance of these BMP measures shall be documented. The maintenance
shall include, but is not limited to, good house -keeping, repair of measures, basin clean outs if
necessary, etc., as necessary to prevent impacts to water quality and wetlands. If sediment
enters the wetlands or other negative impacts are observed, operations shall cease, the
Division of Water Quality shall be notified, and adequate preventative measures shall be
promptly implemented in order to correct the problem, prior to resuming the operation.

Scarbraugh, Anthony
From: Floyd Williams <floydwilliams16gmail.com>
Sent: Monday, April 14, 2014 10:31 AM
To: Scarbraugh, Anthony
Subject: O & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County
Attachments: Cahoon Mine O & M Plan.docx
Anthony,
Attached is the O & M plan for the Cahoon Mine in Dare County. Please look it over and let me know if it is
OK. I will be in Washington later this afternoon and plan to visit the DENR Office. If you are around and have
time to discuss this that would be great.
Thanks,
Floyd L-'D
pPR 1 4 2014

Central Files: APS _ SVVP
7/3/2014
NCG020857
Program Category
NPDES SW
Permit Type
Mining Activities Stormwater Discharge CDC
Primary Reviewer
larry.wade
Coastal SWRule
Permitted Flow
Facility Name
Cahoon Mine
Location Address
US Hwy 64 Near E Lk
East Lake
NC 27953
Permit Tracking Slip
Status
Project Type
Active
New Project
Version
Permit Classification
1.00
CDC
Permit Contact Affiliation
Major/Minor Region
Minor Washington
County
Dare
Facility Contact Affiliation
Steve Gruninger
PO Box 2047
Washington NC 27889
Owner Name
Owner Type
First South Bank
Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
Bruce W. Elder
& CEO President
PO Box 2047
'
Washington
NC 27889
Scheduled
Ong Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance
Public Notice Issue Effective
Expiration
4/23/2014 12/20/2013 4/232014
4/232014 4/232014
12/31/2014
Mine dewatering RO staff report received 4/22/14
Mining activities - stormwater discharges RO staff report requested 2/11 /14
100
Waterbody Name Streamindex Number Current Class Subbasin
Alligator River 30-16-(21.5) SC;Sw 03-01-51

Comoliance Inspection Rego
Permit:, NCG020857 Effective: 04/23/14 Expiration: 12/31/14 Owner: First South Bank
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Cahoon Mine
County: Dare US Hwy 64 Near E Lk
Region: Washington
East Lake NC 27953
Contact Person: Steve Gwninger Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC)s):
OnSlte Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 07/07/2014
Primary Inspector: Thom Edgerton
Secondary Inspector)s):
Certification:
Phone:
Entry Time: 12:30PM Exit Time: 02:OOPM
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Other Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Mining Activities Stormwater Discharge CDC
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Storm Water
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

pormit. NCGO20857 Owner- Facllity: First South Bank
Inspection Date: 07/07/2014 Inspection Typo : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Other
Inspection Summary:
Gary Novak and myself were asked to visit the site to determine if all operations were in compliance with both the 28-15
mining permit, and the NCG020857 dewatering permit. No violations were observed.
Prior to leaving the site an inspection debriefing was conducted with Mr. Shey Balance, Mine Operator. Items discussed to
improve overall site conditions were; establishing vegatation on all possible slopes and the addition of rock at the
construction entrance, as well as at the pump discharge and at the sediment basin weir. Vegetation will better stablize the
basin, as will the addition of rock at both the pump discharge and at the basin discharge for energy dissipation.
During the inspection, the discharge appeared reasonably clear, without negative impact to wetlands or to adjacent
properties. The operation is following the O&M Plan.
Please feel free to contact Mr. Thom Edgerton [phone] for additional information.
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ponnit: NCG020857 Owner- Facility: First South Bank
Inspection Data: 07/07/2014 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Other
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources, Land Quality Section
MINE INSPECTION REPORT
® PERMITTED MINE SITE ❑ UNPERMITTED MINE SITE
1. MINE NAME: Cahoon Mine 2. MINE LOCATION: n/a
3. COUNTY: Dare 4. RIVER BASIN: Pasquotank 5. CASE: n/a
6. OPERATOR: First South Bank/Mr. Steve Gruninger
7. ADDRESS: Post Office Box 2047, Washington, NC 27889
8. MINING PERMIT#: 28-15 ❑ N/A 9. PERMIT EXPIRATION DATE: 6/25/23 ❑ N/A
10. PERSON(S) CONTACTED AT SITE: Mr. Shey Balance and Mr. Bill Ferrell
11. PICTURES? ® Yes ❑ No TAKEN BY: Gary Novak
12. TYPE OF INSPECTION:
❑ A. Initial Inspection (Unpermitted Mine Sites)
1. Size of affected land: ac. (attach sketch map)
2. How was this area measured? Measured by:
❑ B. Routine Inspection (Permitted Mine Sites)
C. Follow-up Inspection
13. Date of last inspection: 01 / 15/14 �V'c
14. Any mining since that date? ® Yes ❑ No If yes, cite evidence of such mining activity:
more material added to the stock files. Pum eratin .
15. Was mine operating at time of inspection? Yes No If yes, explain:
16. Is the mine in compliance with the Operating Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain:
17. Is the mine in compliance with the Reclamation Conditions of the Permit? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
If no, explain:
i 18. Is there any off -site damage? A. ❑ Yes B. ® No C. ❑ None observed
I If A, describe the type and severity of the damage: I
"v If B or C, is there potential for offsite damage? �] Yes ® No Explain: _ I �e s/o�< rr Vo r'
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19. Corrective measures needed and/or taken: d75iLv1'C bval-919 fslk
20. Other recommendations and comments: suggestions/recommendation to reduce the possible effects of
erosion as the coconut fiber wattle breaks down and the absence of groundcover on the slopes of the sediment
basin: I -A rock check dam is suggested at the sediment basin outlet to reduce the energy from pump discharge
(don't have to remove wattle: just place it downstream inside the pennit boundary) 2-Recommended a
groundcover be provided on the slopes of the sediment basin to prevent erosion 3-Add additional stone for the
construction entrance to prevent mud and other debris from getting on to Highway 64.
21. Is the Annual Reclamation Report +/- map accurate? ❑ Yes ❑ No (Explain) ® Not Reviewed ® N/A
22. Follow-up inspection needed? N Yes ❑ No Proposed date 8/1/14
23. No. of additional pages of Inspection Report 0 24. Copy of Report sent to operator 7/8/14
INSPECTED BY: Gary Novak & Thom Edgerton DATE 7/7/14
Telephone No: 252-946-6481
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
THIS SECTION TO BE FILLED OUT BY DLR:
Project Name: First South Bank DLR Permit # 28-15 County: Dare Applicant's Email:
Floyd(@williamsegs.com Applicant's Mailing Address: PO Box 2047, Washington, NC 27889 Mine
Physical Address: n/a
YES NO Date Commencing
Is this mine a new mine? r Fv-o 1994
Have land disturbing activities
started? Date? r r 1994
Latitude: 35.8838 Longitude:-75.9522
Please return comments to (at DLR CO): Judy Wehner
Comments due by: 2/11/13
SECTION BELOW TO BE FILLED OUT BY DWQ:
Is the RO concerned that the operation, as proposed, would violate standards of water quality? No with 50'
Undisturbed Buffers bordering all potential wetlands.
Comments: Coordinates above are south of US64 and appear as a small operation but not what is presented.
Watershed/Stream Name & Classification: UT to Scuppernong River C SW
DWQ Compliance Status of Mine: OK
Does this mine (or previous owner) have DWQ back fees to pay? N/A If yes, amount:
Is this mine an active permit in BIMS? No
YES NO
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discharge leaves the property.
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YES NO
50',Undistuttied Buffer:
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Recycle system permit existing?*
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Enough information to determine?
Non -discharge permit existing?".
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Permit from the Aquifer Protection Section (APS) OR may instead be permitted under NCG020000 to eliminate an additional oermit
Recycle systems that do not meet those criteria are considered discharging systems and are subject to the NCG020000 discharge
permit.
"To obtain 7Q10 flows, permittees must contact the DWQ Stormwater Permitting Unit. If DWQ does not have a flow estimate for a
specific stream, permittees will be asked to obtain one. Permittees should contact J. Curtis Weaver at the USGS: 919-571-4043, for
more information on obtaining a 7Q10 flow. USGS will not determine a 7Q10 flow for tidally influenced water bodies.
"" If there is not enough information to give a complete answer, write in the space provided what you will need to answer this question
completely. If you require DLR to hold the permit until further notice indicate that in the question below.
Reviewed bv:
DWQ RO Surface Water: Thom Edgerton Regional Office: WaRO Date: 2/7/13
RO Aquifer Protection Section: Regional Office: Date:
SPU DWQ Central Office Reviewer (if applicable):
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January 11, 2013
Mining Program
Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
Division of Energy, Mineral And Land Resources
Land Quality Section
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
RE: Modification & Renewal Application
First South Bank (Mine Permit # 28-15)
Cahoon Mine - Dare County
Mining Program:
P.O. Box 190 1 BATH. NC 27808
[phone]
RECEIVE®
JAN 16 2013
LAND QUALITY SECTION
I have been retained by First South Bank to submit a Renewal & Modification
Application for the Cahoon Mine (Mining Permit # 28-15) in Dare County.
Enclosed is a check from First South Bank in the amount of $1,500.00 for the
Renewal & Modification renew fee, the original and five (5) copies of the Application
and mine maps. Please note that the modification is for a small turn -around road near
Hwy. 264 and for dewatering at times from pit to pit.
Please contact me regarding any question you may have regarding this
Application.
Si rely,
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1 d R. Williams, PG, CPESC, CPG
cc: Mr. Steve Gruninger - First South Bank U� JAN 2 3 2013
Enc. Original Renewal & Modification Application & 5 Copies
Cahoon Mine Map (6) -C110^
Application & Modification review fee: $1,500.00 (Check # 08, 35)' % ' -

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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
Name of Mine Cahoon Mine County Dare
River Basin Chowan
Latitude (decimal degrees to four places) 35 52 18 -W 3 5.8117 35
Longitude (decimal degrees to four places) 75 55 25 a* -1 5, g23Ie AT 1-* 5 r-u P P er1Jo ¢l6
2. Name of Applicant* First South Bank
Permanent address for receipt of official mail** P. O. Box 2047
Washington, NC 27889
Telephone [phone] Alternate N
4. Mine Office Address 1311 Carolina Avenue
Washington, NC 27889 Telephone [phone]
5. Mine Manager Steve Gruninaer
We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of our
knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation. /
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***Signature Date ��-/�-�1✓
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Title Vice President
This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that must be indicated on the
reclamation bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
* * The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G. S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt of a
complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of any
supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required maps
provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered regarding your mining operation for
the intended life of the mine. All responses must be clearly conveyed on a corresponding, detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
1. Answer all of the following that apply:
❑ If this is an application for a NEW permit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by the
permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit' fee will be based upon):
Of this acreage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:
Acres leased: Property owner if leased:
X If this is an application for RENEWAL of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 28-15
Total permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon): 12.87
X If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to'a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit
Mining Permit No.: 28-15 Total permitted acreage: IiV
Does the modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes X No ❑. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that tt e "major modification" fee will be based upon): 9.91
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes ❑ No X. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: . (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (i.e.: disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes ❑ No ❑ (If no, a "minor modification'
fee of $100.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to be added to
the permit is the acreage that the "major modification' fee will be based upon):
❑ If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number and
the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit.
Mining Permit No.: Total permitted acreage:.
SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO BE
PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTION(S) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE
2. Name of all materials mined:
3. Mining method:
8 Hydraulic Dredge X Front-end Loader & Truck X Shovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck ❑ Self -loading Scraper
Other (explain):
4. a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet) 30
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation, etc.)
Natural Ground Level
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet)

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
5. Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes X_ No ❑
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted? First Southh Bank
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum): 10
B. MAPS
Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six (6) copies of a 7.5-minute quadrangle
and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (6) copies of all mine maps and reclamation
maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
7.5-minute quadrangles may be obtained from the N.C. Geological Survey:
Mailing Address: Physical Address:
1612 Mail Service Center OR 512 North Salisbury Street, 5`h Floor
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
[phone]
www.izeoloi2v.enr.state.nc.us/
County highway maps may be obtained from the N.C. Department of Transportation:
North Carolina Department of Transportation — Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Mailing Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
1587 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1587
Physical Address:
NCDOT GIS Unit
3401 Carl Sandburg Court
Raleigh, North Carolina 27610
[phone]
www.ncdot.ory/it/gisContact/default.html
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding (approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must be
of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at a
minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights -of -way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants may be described as to location and
distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on -site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on -site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100-year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of
the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
p. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river, or
other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is owned
or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must be
provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel or less
and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
1. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE
MAP SCALE
0-49 Acres
1 inch = 50 feet
50-199 Acres
1 inch =100 feet
200+ Acres
I inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps
may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of tailings/sediment
ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other major aspect of the
mining operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining permit. A table/chart
similar to the following will be acceptable:
CATEGORY
AFFECTED ACREAGE
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
0.00
Stockpiles
.94
Wastepiles
0.00
Processing Area/Haul Roads
.23
Mine Excavation
8.74
Other (Explain)
Total Disturbed Acreage
9.91
NOTE:
IN ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE -SPECIFIC
INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED IN THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS IN
THIS APPLICATION FORM (PLEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED QUESTIONS/STATEMENTS
THROUGHOUT THE FORM). THIS APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED COMPLETE
WITHOUT ALL RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED ON THE MINE MAPS.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
Mining activities are taking place at the mine site. A modification to allow
pumping water from pit to pit without any discharge from the site is requested
in the Renewal & Modificafion application.
Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for mine
excavation(s), waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of
installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and erosion
control measures on the mine map(s) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each
measure. Engineering designs and calculations are required to justify the adequacy of any proposed
measures.
No offsite sedimentation is anticipated due to the flat topography of the
site. Silt fences have been installed on each side of the access road where
a culvert is located.
3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste water
handling? Yes ❑ No X. If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any chemicals to be used.
b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point discharge to
the waters of the State? Yes ❑ No X. Ifyes, briefly describe the nature ofthe discharge and locate
all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on your mine map(s).

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
c. Will any part of the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table? Yes X NoEl.
If yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes X No ❑.
If yes, what impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate
in gallons per day: < 100,000 . Locate all existing wells on the mine map(s) that lie
within 500feet ofthe proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements
made, including any monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates.
Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public water system or private wells.
Pumping water from one pit to another is to take place to allow operator
to dry mine as much as possible. No discharge from the site will take
place during dewatering from one pit to another.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non -discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.) from the
Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required to register water
use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than 10,000 gallons per day
and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources if the operation lies in a capacity
use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
The Water Quality Section at the Washington Regional office stated that
since no discharge will take place at the mine site, no permits will be
required.
4. a. Will the operation involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality permit issueTby the
Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
Dust from stockpiles, haul reads, etc. will not be an issue at the mine site.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
5. a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions. Note
that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary
or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a wider buffer
may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths on the mine
map(s).
A minimum 25' natural wooded undisturbed buffer is provided around the
affected area boundary.
b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet may
be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within the
mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all buffer
locations and widths on the mine map(s).
The existing permit allows a buffer of 25' between land disturbances
and wetlands.
a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to I vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required, unless
technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
Final side slopes of pit areas will be 3 horizontal to 1 vertical from
top of slope to waterline. A 2 horizontal to 1 vertical slope will be provided
from waterline to bottom of pit.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
b. Provide a cross-section on the mine map(s) for all.fill slopes (berms, wastepiles, overburden
disposal areas, etc), clearly indicating the intended side slope gradient, installation of any benches
and/or slope drains (with supporting design information) if needed, and the method of final
stabilization.
Final cross-section of pit area is provided on mine map.
c. In excavation(s) of unconsolidated (non -rock) materials, specify the angle of all cut slopes including
specifications for benching and sloping. Cross -sections for all cut slopes must be provided on the
mine map(s).
Final cross-section of pit area is provided on mine map.
d. In hardrock excavations, specify proposed bench widths and heights in feet. Provide cross -sections
of the mine excavation clearly noting the angles ojthe cut slopes, widths of all safety benches and
mine benches, and the expected maximum depth of the excavation.
N/A
7. Describe other methods to be taken during mining to prevent physical hazard to any neighboring dwelling
house, public road, public, commercial or industrial building from any mine excavation. Locate all such
structures on the mine map if they are within 300 feet of any proposed excavation.
The mine area has buffers that are adequate to prevent any of these
hazards. A cable has been provided at the access road to prevent
entrance to the site by unauthorized persons.
8. Describe what kind of barricade will be used to prevent inadvertent public access along any high wall area
and when it will be implemented. Vegetated earthen berms, appropriate fencing and adequate boulder
barriers may be acceptable high wall barricades. A construction detail/cross-section and location of each
type of barricade to be used must be indicated on the mine map(s).
A steel cable is in place near entrance to access road.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, how will acid water pollution from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Describe specific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
public view such as maintaining or planting trees, bushes or other vegetation, building berms or other
measures. Show the location ofall visual screening on the mine map(s) and provide cross -sections
through all proposed berms or proposed spacing, sizes and species for tree plantings.
Adequate natural wooded screening is present at the mine site.
b. Could the operation have a significantly adverse effect on the purposes of a publicly owned park,
forest or recreation area? If so, how will such effects (i.e., noise, visibility, etc.) be mitigated?
N/A
11. Will explosives be used? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, specify the types of explosive(s) and describe what precaution(s) will be used to prevent physical
hazard to persons or neighboring property from flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations.
Depending on the mine's location to nearby structures, more detailed technical information may be
required on the blasting program (such as a third -party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied
structure(s) to the proposed excavation(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the
proposed excavation.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on -site? Yes ❑ No X.
Ifyes, describe these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case ofspill. Indicate
the location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
D. RECLAMATION PLAN
Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and indicate
the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the method of
reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration or establishment
of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and other pollution. This
information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond directly with the information
provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including typical cross -sections, grany
permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and the location(s) of all permanent
channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
The final pit side slopes will be 3 horizontal to I vertical from ground
surface to water line and 2 horizontal to I vertical slopes from water
line to bottom of pit.
2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes - ❑ No ❑.
If yes, illustrate the location of the body(s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a scaled
cross-section(s) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth must be at least 4 feet,
measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to indicate that a more
shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site.
Will the body(s) of water be stocked with fish? Yes - ❑ No X.
If yes, specify species.
3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of permanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent barricades are appropriate
fencing, large boulders placed end -to -end, etc. Construction details and locations of all permanent
barricades must be shown on the reclamation map.
N/A
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
4. Indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, spoil banks or other such on -site mine waste
areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross -sections and locations far such
areas must be provided on the reclamation map.
N/A
a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on -site roadways.
All disturbed areas will be properly leveled and provided with
vegetative ground cover.
b. Will any on -site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes ❑ No X.
If yes, identify such roadways on the reclamation map and provide details on permanent road and ditch
line stabilization.
6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal, junk machinery, cables, or
other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971.)
No off -site generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval
from the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either
the Division of Waste Management (DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine map(s) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
N/A
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-round seeding, including the time of seeding and the amount and type
of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for both permanent and temporary revegetation. Revegetation utilizing only tree plantings is
not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service, specialists
and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest Resources at
North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME — 2000 Ibs/acre or follow recommendations from a soil test.
FERTILIZER —1000 lbs/acre 8-8-8 or 10-10-10, or follow recommendations from a soil
test.
SEED - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROUND SEEDING
SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed Types:
Feb. 15 —April 1
April 1— July
August l — October 24
Seeding Dates:
Kobe Lespedeza
Bahiagrass
Redtop
Winter rye (grain)
Common Bermuda
Lespedeza (unscarified)
German millet
October 25 —February 15 Rye (grain -temporary)
Seedine Rates:
10
50
1
15
50
30
40
MR,
MULCH— All seeded areas shall be mulched using small grain straw at a rate of 2000
Ibs/acre and anchored appropriately.
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS — TYPE (S) AND RATE (S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
Revegetation
Signature _
Print Name
Date / 0 - ,2 O/ 3
Title President
Agency Williams Environmental & Geological Services, PLLC
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of S500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life ofthe mining permit. Please insert the approximate acreage, for each
aspect ofthe mining operation that you intend to affect during the life o this mining permit (in addition, please
insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the ,Schedule of'Reclamation Costs
provided with this application form) OR you can defer to the Department to calculate your bond for you based
upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
Stockpiles:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
Wastepiles:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
Mine Excavation:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
Other:
Ac.
X
$
/Ac. _
$
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.:
Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.:
Ac.)
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures will
be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage Ac. X $1,500.00 = $
SUBTOTAL COST: $
Inflation Factor:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (I to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $
(round down to the nearest $100.00)
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered mail,
return receipt requested, to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the permitted
area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor
of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway, creek, stream, river,
or other watercourse, railroad track, or utility or other public right-of-way. If an adjoining tract is
owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of
tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s). "Highway" means a road that has four lanes of travel
or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance by
the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
"Notice" form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to the
Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be considered
complete.
THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING PERMITS
AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE PERMITTED AREA, AS
REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
has applied on
(Applicant Name) (Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
❑ a new surface mining permit,
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area; or
❑ a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area with no disturbance
in the area proposed. Please note that future modification(s) may be submitted by the applicant to
allow disturbance within this area without re -notification of adjoining landowners.
The applicant proposes to mine on acres located
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
in County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort, satisfactory to the
Department, to notify all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty (30) days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the application
for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest exists relative to
G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials is on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding
on
at [phone].
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
(Address of Applicant)
contact

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
I, , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a
new Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly swom, do hereby attest that the following are all
known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary
(including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining pennit boundary) and
that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail, return receipt
requested, to said owners of record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by
the Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name) (Address)
(Attach additional list if necessary)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in which
any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by
certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name) (Address)
[i.e.: City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that a
reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land
that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the
applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the musing permit boundary) and the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality in
which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl) and 15A NCAC 513.0004(d).
I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing showing that the above
notices were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
Signature of Applicant or Agent Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
Name of applicant:
Title of person executing Affidavit
I,
State of North Carolina, do hereby certify t1
appeared before me this day and under oath
a Notary Public of the County of
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this day
was
Notary: my Commission expires:
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our lands
or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or investigations as
may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971 pursuant to G.S. 74-56.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on the
land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order to carry
out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered pursuant to G.S.
74-59.
LANDOWNER:
Signatu
Print N
(Title, i
Company First South Bank
(If applicab e)
Address: 1311 Carolina Avenue
WashinHton, NC 27889
Telephone: [phone]
APPLICANT:
Signature:*
Print Name: Steve Grun' er
Title: Vice President
Company: First South Bank
Mine Name: Cahoon Mine Permit # 28-15
Telephone: ([phone]
Date Signed: 12 - {Z"%Z Date Signed: / Z- /7 - /�I.
*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
or money o
sent to the
form.
:ssing fee (see next page for tee schedule) in the forma check
apartment of Environment and Natural Resources must be
at the address listed on the front cover of this application
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
MINING FEE SCHEDULE
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for anew mining permit, a major permit modification or a renewal permit is
required as follows:
0-25 acres 26+acres
New Permit Applications $3,750.00 $5,000.00
Permit Modifications $750.00 $1,000.00
Permit Renewals $750.00 $1,000.00
Transfers/MinorModifications* $100.00 $100.00
• A nonrefundable 5100.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers, name
changes, bond substitutions and permit renmvalswhere the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added to a permitted area,
outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other changes are
considered major permit modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the modification
within the permitted mine area, or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area, or both.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
There are seven Land Quality Section (LQS) Regional Offices. Use the map below to locate the Regional Office
serving your county.
Asheville Regional Office
• Counties: Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson,
Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk, Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Yancey
• Address: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swarmanoa, NC 28778
• Voice:828.296.4500
• FAX:[phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office
• Counties: Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, Robeson, Sampson,
Scotland
• Address: 225 Green Street, (Systel Building), Suite 714, Fayetteville, NC 28301-5094
• Voice:910.433.3300
• FAX:[phone]
Mooresville Regional Office
• Counties: Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly,
Union
• Address: 610 East Center Ave., Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
• Voice:704.663.1699
• FAX:[phone]
Raleigh Regional Office
• Counties: Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Johnston, Lee, Nash, Northampton,
Orange, Person, Vance, Wake, Warren, Wilson
• Address: 1628 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1628 or 3800 Barrett Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609
• Voice:919.791.4200
• FAX:[phone]
Washington Regional Office
• Counties: Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Craven, Currituck, Dare, Gates, Greene, Hertford, Hyde, Jones,
Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank, Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne
• Address: 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889
• Voice:252.946.6481
• FAX:[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
LAND QUALITY REGIONAL OFFICES (continued)
Wilmington Regional Office
• Counties: Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus, Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow, Pender
• Address: 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405
• Voice: 910.796.7215
• FAX: [phone]
Winston-Salem Regional Office
• Counties: Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell, Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Randolph,
Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
• Address: 585 Waughtown Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27107
• Voice: 336.771.5000
C FAX:[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
SCHEDULE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
Based upon range of $500 - $5,000 per affected acre)
COMMODITY CODES: SG = Sand and/or Gravel, GS = Gemstone, Borrow = Borrow/fill dirt, CS = Crushed Stone,
DS = Dimension Stone, FS = Feldspar, MI = Mica, LI = Lithium, PF = Pyrophyllite, OL = Olivine,
KY = Kyanite/Sillimanite/Andalusite, PH = Phosphate, CL = Clay/Shale, PE = Peat, AU = Gold, TI = Titanium, and OT
= Other
Type
T/S Ponds
S.piles
W.piles
P.area/H.R.
Mine Excay.
SG, GS,
$500/ac.(L)
$1800/ac.
$2000/ac.
$1800/ac.
$500/ac.(L)
Borrow
1500(17I)
$2000(PD)
CS, DS,
500(L)
1800
2000
2000
500(L)
FS, MI,
1500(FI)
2500(PD)
LI, PF, OL, KY
PH
]000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
5000(PD)
CL
]000(L)
2500
5000
5000
2000(L)
2500(FI)
3700(PD)
PE, AU,
1000(L)
2500
3000
3500
2000(L)
TI, OT
2500(FI)
5000(PD)
(L) = reclamation to a lake and revegetating sideslopes
(FI) = reclamation by filling in and revegetating
(PD) = reclamation by grading for positive drainage & revegetating
AS PER NCAC 15A 5B.0003, IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THE BOND AMOUNT DETERMINED BY THE
BOND CALCULATION WORKSHEET, YOU MAY SUBMIT AN ESTIMATE OF RECLAMATION COSTS
FROM A THIRD PARTY CONTRACTOR. SAID ESTIMATE MUST BE PROVIDED WITHIN 30 DAYS TO
THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: Mining Program, Land Quality Section, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1612
ALL ESTIMATES MUST INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING. AS A MINIMUM:
G FINAL GRADING COSTS PER ACRE
c LIME AND FERTILIZER COSTS PER ACRE
c YEAR-ROUND SEEDING MIXTURE COSTS PER ACRE (FROM APPROVED REVEGETATION
PLAN IN APPLICATION/PERMIT DOCUMENT)
o MULCH AND ANCHORING COSTS PER ACRE
Y ANY OTHER RECLAMATION COSTS NECESSARY TO COMPLY WITH THE APPROVED
RECLAMATION PLAN FOR THE SITE IN QUESTION
YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE OF THE DIRECTOR'S FINAL BOND DETERMINATION.
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SUITABLE OUTLET.
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STRUCTURE USED TO TRAP SEDIMENT AND CLEAN WASHED, OR TRACKED
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OF INTERIOR ALLIGATOR RIVER
NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGI '
CATEGORY
A ' ' Ea%v. Ak"AGE
TAILINGS/ SEDIMENT PONDS
Q.00
STOCKPILES
Q:94
WASTEPILES
Q.04
PROCESSING AREA/ HAUL ROADS
0.23
MINE EXCAVATION
4.14
TOTAL PERMIT AREA: 1M ACRES
LEGEND
PROPERTY/ PERMIT BOUNDARY
o
MINE EXCAVATION LIMIT
MINE PERMIT
BOUNDARY - NORTH
SIDE
'""'
—
PROPERTY BOUNDARY
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ADJACENT
PROPERTY
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SILT FENCE
- - -
WETLANDS
UNDISTURBED BUFFER
EXISTING STRUCTURE
FIRST SOUTH HANK
APPLICATION FOR MINING PERMIT RENEWAL AND MODIFICATION
CAHOON MINE - MINING PERMiIT NO.28-15 AN 2 3 2Q
DARE COUNTY
DRAWN BY: LESLIE SCHNEIDER ! c
(AS DIRECTED BY FLOYD WILLIAMS, PG, CPESC
DATE MAP COMPLETED: DECEMBER 28, 2012WILLIAMS
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